The eye-catching detail you may have missed on the fashion week runway - and the must-have accessory behind it

Daily Mail​

16-05-2025

The standout accessory during Fashion Week was not an It-bag or hero shoe.
A new instant film camera made its debut at Australian Fashion Week and both on and off the runway, it was a scene stealer.
The instax mini 41, a chic gadget perfect for capturing moments and memories on the go, proved itself a hit with designers, models backstage, and the fashion crowd in the front row.
With instax sponsoring two notable shows, Albus Lumen and Iordanes Spyridon Gogos, instant prints were not just used behind the scenes to capture the model's looks— the instax mini prints featured in runway looks as part of the collections.
Designer Jordan Gogos' fifth Australian Fashion Week show became one of the most talked about shows on the schedule, with his collection of bold, sculptural garments inspired by his Greek heritage.
In a departure from the rest of the presentation, the majority of which were sourced from Greek folk textiles in Athens, one look was crafted entirely from instax mini prints.
First Nations model Tynga Williams walked the runway in a show stopping creation made out of prints from the instant camera, linked together to forge a slinky armour-esque dress that captured the attention of everyone in the audience.
'instax has always been more than just a camera to me - it's a time capsule, a way to hold onto these emotions and memories,' the designer said of the collaboration.
'That emotional thread is what made this partnership feel so natural. Just like my designs, instax celebrates individuality, storytelling, and the beauty of capturing life as it happens.'
In the second Australian Fashion Week partnership, Albus Lumen presented two stunning looks that featured instax prints. Show guests also left with keepsake mini prints from the event.
Function and style: The new instax mini 41 is has a built-in selfie mirror, auto exposure, close up mode and other features to make taking photos on the go easier than ever
'The Albus Lumen 10 year anniversary show is dedicated to our friends, family, and everyone who has supported the brand over the years,' said Marina Afonina, Albus Lumen's Creative Director.
'So many memories have been created and captured during these incredible adventures across Sydney and around the world.
'instax has played a big part in documenting these special moments that will forever be part of Albus Lumen's history.'
Designed to fuse form and function, the instax mini 41 has a built-in selfie mirror, auto exposure, close-up mode and other features to make taking photos on the go easier than ever.
The 'close up mode' helps prevents discrepancies between the viewfinder field and the actual printout area in close-ups.
There is also an 'automatic light adjustment' which means the clever camera is able to determine exactly what exposure is needed depending on the lighting, meaning you don't need to rely on weather or good lighting to capture great images.
The small but mighty camera means that anyone can take beautiful, clear images and priced at just $179, it's excellent value.
The new launch also blends functionality and usability with effortless style - which is perhaps why the fashion partnerships with Lumen and Gogos work so well together.
The instax mini 41 is 'a perfect blend of vintage charm and modern craftsmanship', built to compliment any outfit, while you capture a moment.